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Finally a Call

I was hoping I would get a call or letter this week, a lot of the other ships/div for the same PIR have gotten call & letters last week. I knew I needed to keep my phone with me today. Of course I was at the grocery store and my purse was closed by I thought I heard my phone, by the time I got to an.swer it, he had hung up. I was so upset with myself, I texted my hubby and told him I was totally upset. Luckily he called me back!!!!! I was so happy, I found a place in the store that I could talk to him. I had tears coming down my face the whole time, if anyone would have saw me, they probably would have thought I was crazy. It was so good to hear his voice that was such a blessing. I was trying to remember everything I wanted to ask him, but of course I was so happy to talk, I forgot most of the questions. Doesn't that sound about right. He sounded just like he normally does and that really helped. He said they just finished P days last week. His favorite thing so far is singing the Navy song going through the tunnel. I just reminded him that he can do this and that we are so proud of him.

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Comment by Lauryburg on August 18, 2013 at 7:50pm: Woooohoooo! So happy for your, Smurfette! Wish your SR the best! ~Hugs~

Comment by proudmama on August 19, 2013 at 8:30am: Great news, Great Post! When did your son arrive at bc? Just want to compare the time line... as my son arrived on 8/7. Really encouraging that your son sounded good and talked about what he liked! Thanks for your post!

Comment by smurfette84 on August 19, 2013 at 8:44am: proudmama - he left on 8/1, but he sat in P Hold until there was enough to fill a division, so he probably didn't start until around the time your SR arrived. He is in Ship 09 Div 370.

Comment by Kim9595 on August 20, 2013 at 11:12pm: Just curious did your phone say unknown,or was there a name attached? We haven't received a call or letter yet:( Our son left out the First also:)